Sr. Wastewater Technician

General Purpose Provide operation and maintenance support for the wastewater treatment plant, performing tasks in a safe manner and following safety and environmental regulations. Demonstrate full proficiency of wastewater treatment processes and activities. Work within defined processes or methodologies and help determine the appropriate approach for new assignments. Proactively or quickly recognize issues and provide solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or occur infrequently based on existing precedents. Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused only on new assignments. Be a resource and provide training for colleagues with less experience. Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesInspect equipment and monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctionsMaintain chemicals levels, adjustment, and disinfection of water and other liquidsRecord operational data, meter, and gauge readings on specified forms at specified frequenciesPerform COD, TSS, total solids and other analysis testing on daily samples; interpret daily results for operational trends and make informed adjustments based on daily data collectionSolve common problems; analyze possible solutions using technical experience, judgment and precedents to solve more complex situations/issuesAdvise supervisor regarding potential areas of concern and then implement appropriate changesAssist with maintenance, repair, and lubrication of wastewater equipment using hand tools and power tools; record all parts used during preventive maintenance or repairWork with vendors to align with best practices. Ensure equipment is stored in ready state to allow placement directly from inventory to functioning in the plantRequest maintenance repair work through appropriate system/processMonitor sludge dumpster levels (if appropriate) and call appropriate personal when an exchange is neededAccompany supervisor and regulatory inspectors on facility inspections, as requested, and implement corrective action accordinglyAssist the supervisor with the purchasing of parts, materials, and chemicalsWrite, review, and/or update processes and documentation, such as standard operating procedures, job hazard analysis, lockout/tagout (LOTO) and confined space proceduresFunction as the primary resource with management on issues when supervisor is not availableCommunicate pertinent information at shift end to a shift supervisorIdentify opportunities for continuous improvement, communicate to supervisor, and implement appropriate changes (Lean, Kaizen, 5S and Leader Standard Work)Attend required training, including but not limited to, GMP’s, HAACP, SQF, Safety, etc.Follow all DFA GMP’s and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirementsThe requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required